UPDATE: Boil water advisory still in affect for Hastings

HASTINGS -- The health unit boil water advisory issued Feb. 16 continues for the Village of Hastings.

The advisory, from the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit, applies to Village of Hastings and Trentview Estates subdivision in the Township of Asphodel-Norwood only.

A disruption in the water system in Hastings on Feb. 16 caused a drop in system pressure, according to a press release from the Municipality of Trent Hills. A large leak on private property has since been identified, isolated and stopped.

Water pressures and volumes have been restored to normal operating levels and Trent Hills water treatment staff continues to monitor the situation.

Water should not be used for drinking, making infant formula, cooking, making ice or brushing teeth unless boiled at a rolling boil for at least one minute. Water is safe for showering and washing hands.

The advisory is in effect until further notice. The Municipality of Trent Hills asks that residents limit their water use until further notice.

Visit the Trent Hills website at www.trenthills.ca for the most current information. Residents experiencing any issues with water service should contact the Trent Hills Municipal Office at 705-653-1900.